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STEM

Chemists Develop Tools to Reduce Pesticide Impact

Monday, August 27, 2018, By Rob Enslin

Researchers in the College of Arts and Sciences (A&S) have developed tools to break down pesticides in the environment. Ivan Korendovych, associate professor of chemistry, is the recipient of a $107,000 grant award from CRDF Global, supporting the study of…

Business & Economy

Kroger’s Plastic Bags Plan is Further Evidence of Private Sector Sustainability Push

Monday, August 27, 2018, By Daryl Lovell

Kroger Co., the largest supermarket chain in the country, recently announced plans to get rid of single-use plastic bags in stores by 2025. It’s the most recent in a series of announcements by large companies striving to hit sustainability goals…

Campus & Community

Libraries Host Welcome Fest on Aug. 30

Friday, August 24, 2018, By Julie Sharkey

The Syracuse University Libraries invite all students, faculty and staff to a Welcome Fest on Thursday, Aug. 30, from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. on the first floor of Bird Library. The event will feature resources and services the libraries provide to…

Media, Law & Policy

New Faculty Members Bring Wide Range of Professional Experience and Expertise to the Newhouse School

Wednesday, August 22, 2018, By Wendy S. Loughlin

The Newhouse School welcomes four new faculty members for the 2018-19 academic year. Shelvia Dancy G’99 – professor of practice, broadcast and digital journalism Shelvia Dancy joins the Newhouse School from North Carolina Central University (NCCU), where she has been…

Campus & Community

Syracuse University Emeritus Professor Alexander N. Charters Remembered

Wednesday, August 22, 2018, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

Alexander N. Charters, professor in the School of Education from 1952-84 (professor emeritus 1985-2018), past dean of University College (1952-64), vice president for continuing education (1964-73) and passionate advocate for adult education, passed away on Aug. 7. It is almost…

Veterans

Syracuse University Office of Veteran and Military Affairs Announces Inaugural Advisory Board

Tuesday, August 21, 2018, By Leah Lazarz

As part of the University’s enduring commitment to be the nation’s premier institute of higher education for veterans and military-connected students, Syracuse University’s Office of Veterans and Military Affairs (OVMA) has announced the membership of its inaugural advisory board. Composed…

STEM

Engineering Success: Alfred U. MacRae ’54, G’57, G’60 a Pioneer in Integrated Circuits, Satellite Communications

Monday, August 20, 2018, By Rob Enslin

“I’ve always wanted to play the bagpipes,” says Alfred U. MacRae ’54, G’57, G’60, one of the University’s most celebrated alumni. “My ancestors were from the Highlands of Scotland, and it was only natural for me to play them. They’re…

Media, Law & Policy

Newhouse Honors Late Faculty Member Stan Alten, Establishes Award in His Name

Wednesday, August 15, 2018, By Wendy S. Loughlin

The Newhouse School will host a celebration of the life and scholarship of late faculty member Stan Alten Sept. 23 on campus. Alten, who taught in the television, radio and film department from 1970 until his retirement in 2008, died…

Health & Society

Professor to Address Educational Disparities in U.S. Adult Health

Wednesday, August 15, 2018, By Rob Enslin

Educational disparities in U.S. adult health are the focus of a presentation by a Syracuse University professor at the 2018 Annual Meeting of the American Sociological Association (ASA) in Philadelphia. Jennifer Karas Montez, professor of sociology in the Maxwell School…

Tampa Bay Times

Whitman Retail Expert Discusses Macy’s Backstage Store

Wednesday, August 15, 2018, By Essence Britt

Amanda Nicholson, Professor of Retail Practice at the Whitman School of Management, was quoted in the Tampa Bay Times article “Is the future of department stores off-price? Macy’s Backstage opens in Tampa.” Macy’s recently took a huge step to fight…